Israel Agrees to Ceasefire; Demands Hamas Lay Down Arms

Israel has officially agreed to a ceasefire proposal to end the war in Gaza, but with a firm and non-negotiable demand: Hamas must lay down its arms. A senior Israeli official confirmed the government’s acceptance of the U.S.-brokered deal, which also guarantees the release of all Israeli hostages.
This announcement clarifies Israel’s position for a permanent resolution. While ready to end the military campaign, the government will not accept any deal that leaves Hamas’s military infrastructure intact. The disarmament clause is positioned as the cornerstone of any lasting peace agreement.
The proposal offers a way out of the devastating conflict for all parties. For the people of Gaza, it promises an end to the fighting and the start of reconstruction. For Israel, it offers the return of its citizens and security from future attacks. For Hamas, it offers a political future, but not a military one.
With Israel’s conditional acceptance made public, the international community is increasing its pressure on Hamas to accept the terms. The group’s decision will determine whether the region takes a step toward stability or remains locked in a cycle of violence and destruction.